Music therapy combined with motivational interviewing

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Psychology
• Behavioral Science

Background:

• Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a primary treatment for myocardial infarction (MI).
• Patients undergoing PCI frequently experience post-intervention anxiety and depression.
• Managing emotional well-being during PCI recovery is a critical clinical research area.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of music therapy and motivational interviewing on anxiety and depression in young and middle-aged patients post-PCI.
• To assess the effectiveness of a combined intervention versus standard care.

Main Methods:

• A randomized controlled trial involving 86 young and middle-aged MI patients post-PCI.
• The observation group received music therapy and motivational interviewing.
• The control group received music therapy and conventional communication.
• Mood (POMS), coping (MCMQ), and lifestyle behaviors (HH-SESM) were assessed.

Main Results:

• The observation group showed significantly lower POMS scores (improved mood) compared to the control group.
• Medical Coping Methods Questionnaire (MCMQ) scores improved in the observation group.
• Heart Health Self-Efficacy and Self-Management (HH-SESM) scale scores were higher in the observation group.
• All results were statistically significant (P < 0.05) two weeks post-intervention.

Conclusions:

• Combined music therapy and motivational interviewing effectively regulate mood in post-MI patients.
• This intervention reduces anxiety and depression symptoms, encouraging active coping.
• The approach promotes the development of healthy lifestyle behaviors and positive adaptation to the condition.